diolch yn fawr iawn
/ˌdiɔlχ ən vau̯r ˈjau̯n/
To say thank you very much in Welsh, use diolch yn fawr iawn. Wiktionary also lists diolch yn fawr.
Meaning: greater gratitude than "thank you" (intj)
Ways to say it
| Welsh | IPA |
|---|---|
| diolch yn fawr iawn | /ˌdiɔlχ ən vau̯r ˈjau̯n/ |
| diolch yn fawr | /ˌdiɔlχ ən ˈvau̯r/ |
This phrase is used to express a greater level of gratitude than a simple thank you. While the basic word for thanks is diolch, these forms allow you to emphasize your appreciation.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase diolch yn fawr iawn literally breaks down to thanks in big very.
Which one should you use?
The word diolch is the most basic form for 'thanks'. You can use diolch yn fawr to add an intensifier to express much gratitude.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌdiɔlχ ən vau̯r ˈjau̯n/
Did you know?
- The word diolch shares a distant connection to the ancient practice of worship. Its Proto-Brythonic ancestor is linked to the idea of 'prayer' or 'worship'.
- In some Welsh dialects, the pronunciation of fawr can vary significantly, sometimes sounding closer to 'vour' or 'vair' depending on the region.
Examples in context
- Diolch yn fawr!Thank you very much!This sentence is useful for an exclamation of thanks using diolch yn fawr.Tatoeba #7769271 by SteCymru14, translation #1564 by adjusting
- Diolch yn fawr.Thank you very much.This sentence is useful for a standard statement of thanks using diolch yn fawr.Tatoeba #11560723 by deniko, translation #1839560 by CK
- Diolch o galon am eich caredigrwyddThank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness.
Example conversation
Gareth is handing a gift to Rhiannon.
- GarethDyma anrheg i ti, Rhiannon.This is a gift for you, Rhiannon.
- RhiannonO, diolch yn fawr iawn i ti, Gareth!Oh, thank you very much, Gareth!
- GarethMae croeso.You're welcome.
- RhiannonMae hi'n hyfryd.It is lovely.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “thank you very much” translations and entries diolch yn fawr iawn, diolch yn fawr, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries diolch, iawn, yn, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
